St. Johns River near Cocoa
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Brevard County, Florida on the St. Johns River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02232400, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
17 ft
Moderate Flood
16.5 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15.8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17.2 ft
Water enters homes along the St Johns River in the Lake Poinsett area west of Cocoa, also low lying homes in the Silver Pines subdivision in Rockledge and the Shakespeare Park area of Cocoa. Providence Road area west of Cocoa becomes impassable, cutting off access to homes in the Mullet Lane and Bass Road area. Docks flooded and water in parking lot at Lone Cabbage Fish Camp.
17 ft
Flooding to some roads and water approaching low lying homes in the Silver Pines subdivision in Rockledge. Many yards, ditches and pastures flooded and water approaching low lying structures along Pluckebaum Road in Cocoa and Rockledge. Flooding to low lying structures in the Lake Washington area of Melbourne.
16.7 ft
Water covers yards, encroaches on homes and may enter low lying homes along the St Johns River in the Lake Poinsett area.
16.5 ft
Road flooding in the Stratford Drive area of Cocoa. Flooding of streets and approaching low lying structures in the Lake Washington area of Melbourne.
16.2 ft
Water spreads up in yards and approaches homes along the St Johns River in the Lake Poinsett area.
16 ft
Flooding to low lying roads in the Lake Washington area of Melbourne. Flooding in low lying areas west of John Rodes Blvd from Melbourne to West Melbourne, reaching to the June Park area.
15.8 ft
Water begins to move over sea wall in low lying areas along the St Johns River in the Lake Poinsett area west of Cocoa. Flooding to low lying areas near the river in the Lake Washington area of Melbourne.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 1953 | 17.55 ft | 10,700 cfs |
| Oct 10, 1953 | 17.55 ft | 10,700 cfs |
| Oct 5, 2017 | 17.43 ft | — |
| Oct 5, 2017 | 17.43 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2008 | 17.11 ft | 6,360 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
COCF1
River
St. Johns River
County
Brevard, FL
Coordinates
28.3694°N, 80.8728°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Johns River near Cocoa?
The St. Johns River near Cocoa gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02232400) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for St. Johns River near Cocoa?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Johns River near Cocoa is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16.5 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when St. Johns River rises?
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Where is the St. Johns River near Cocoa gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brevard County, Florida at coordinates 28.3694°N, 80.8728°W. USGS site number: 02232400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.